Established in 1962, the American School of Barcelona (ASB) is a private, non-profit international school located in Esplugues de Llobregat, just outside Barcelona. Serving students from preschool through 12th grade, ASB offers a rigorous American curriculum complemented by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) and the International Baccalaureate Careers-related Program (IBCP). With a student body representing over 60 nationalities, the school fosters a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates global perspectives.

Mission
ASB’s mission is to empower students to become global citizens equipped with critical thinking skills and the confidence to reach their full potential. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, integrating academic excellence with opportunities in the arts, athletics, and leadership development.

Environment
Situated just 10 kilometers from central Barcelona, ASB provides one of the city’s largest campuses, featuring state-of-the-art facilities that support a dynamic and engaging learning experience. The school’s commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and community makes it a leading institution in international education.

Early Childhood Center (Preschool – Kindergarten)
ASB’s youngest learners follow a play-based and inquiry-driven approach that encourages curiosity, social-emotional growth, and foundational academic skills. The program emphasizes hands-on exploration, collaboration, and developing independence while introducing literacy, numeracy, and early science concepts.
Elementary School (Grades 1–5)
In the Elementary School, students engage in a standards-based curriculum guided by the Common Core Standards for math and language arts, the Next Generation Science Standards for science, and the Spanish Ministry of Education for Spanish language and social studies. Learning is inquiry-focused and interdisciplinary, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. Project-based learning and experiential activities help students connect classroom concepts to real-world contexts.
Middle School (Grades 6–8)
Middle School combines rigorous academic content with social-emotional and leadership development. Students continue to work within standards-based frameworks mentioned in Elementary School while engaging in collaborative projects, service learning, and interdisciplinary experiences. Advisory programs support personal growth alongside intellectual development.
High School (Grades 9 – 12)
High School students follow a college-preparatory American curriculum, culminating in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP) or Career-related Program (CP) in Grades 11–12. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry, independent research, and global perspectives. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning while developing skills for success at university and beyond.
Across all stages, ASB’s methodology is student-centered, inquiry-based, and focused on holistic development, combining academic rigor with creativity, collaboration, and global citizenship.

ASB offers an After-School Activities Program for students from PK3 through grade 12. The purpose of the activities is to enhance the school’s core educational program and support the overall mission of ASB. Activities that promote respect, cooperation, and teamwork among diverse groups of students are emphasized. We have 22 sports teams for boys and girls, Model United Nations, musical theater, robotics, chess, dance, and much more.

ASB offers a modern and expansive campus. All of our facilities have been built from the ground up, or fully renovated, within the past ten years. Key features include:
- Air conditioning in every classroom
- Lots of natural light
- Flexible furniture options
- A library with books for all levels in English, Spanish, and Catalan
- Dedicated art classrooms with a kiln for firing pottery
- Dedicated music classrooms for both group and private lessons
- Six science laboratories
- An auditorium with seats for more than 700 spectators
- Maker Lab with 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines, electric saws, and other tools for building prototypes
- Multiple sports fields allowing for girls and boys basketball, volleyball, soccer, and flag football teams to train on campus
- A fitness center with cardio machines and weights